New study tracks menstrual changes in young breast cancer patients
NCT ID NCT00589654
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 810 young women aged 18-45 with early-stage breast cancer to understand how treatment affects their menstrual cycles and quality of life. Participants complete questionnaires every six months for up to 42 months. The goal is to identify factors that lead to early menopause and help improve care for future patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors better predict and manage menstrual changes in young breast cancer patients, potentially improving their quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve health. Results may not apply to all patients due to limited diversity or follow-up duration.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York, 10065, United States
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